TEKLA (PART OF) - Scapa Flow, Orkney

Dropping onto the Tekla is a proper Scapa Flow experience. We’re talking about a steamship, 76 metres long, that went down in 1940. She sits upright, pretty much intact, with her deck at around 54 metres. Visibility here can be hit or miss, but when it’s good, you can make out the full structure, from the bow right back to the stern. Look for the twin boilers, still very much in place, and the triple expansion engine, a fantastic piece of engineering history to explore. Anglerfish and conger eels often lurk in the deeper sections, and the metalwork provides plenty of shelter for smaller crabs and wrasse. This is one for experienced wreck divers, definitely, given the depth.

Location
Scapa Flow, Orkney, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
58.274284, -2.443100
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
54m

Marine Protected Area: Noss Head

Best Time to Dive in Scapa Flow, Orkney

The warmest water temperatures in Scapa Flow, Orkney occur in January, averaging 8.4°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 8.4°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 8.4°C (air: 5.5°C)
  • February: 8.4°C (air: 5.3°C)
  • March: 8.4°C (air: 5.9°C)
  • April: 8.4°C (air: 6.8°C)
  • May: 8.4°C (air: 9.7°C)
  • June: 8.4°C (air: 12.4°C)
  • July: 8.4°C (air: 13.2°C)
  • August: 8.4°C (air: 13.7°C)
  • September: 8.4°C (air: 12.7°C)
  • October: 8.4°C (air: 10.2°C)
  • November: 8.4°C (air: 8.0°C)
  • December: 8.4°C (air: 5.8°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in Scapa Flow, Orkney

Nearest Dive Centres to TEKLA (PART OF)

Marine Life in Scapa Flow, Orkney

Home to 155 recorded species including 63 reef fish, 17 whales & dolphins, 12 sharks & rays, 11 crabs & lobsters, 11 other, 10 seagrass & algae.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for TEKLA (PART OF)

Based on average water temperature of 8.4°C.

  • Drysuit - water at 8°C demands a drysuit with thermal undergarments
  • Hood & Gloves (7mm+) - critical to prevent heat loss
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical diving depth at the Tela reef in Honduras?
I'm sorry, but the provided data context does not contain information about the typical diving depth at the Tela reef in Honduras. The available information pertains to the TEKLA (PART OF) wreck in Scapa Flow, United Kingdom, which has a depth of 54 meters.
What kind of marine life and corals can divers expect to see at the Tela dive site?
Unfortunately, the provided information does not detail the marine life or corals divers can expect to see at the Tela dive site in Honduras. The data context describes the TEKLA (PART OF) wreck, a steam ship vessel located in Scapa Flow, not a reef environment.
How challenging is diving at Tela, Honduras, for an average scuba diver?
The provided data context does not specify the diving difficulty for Tela, Honduras. However, for the TEKLA (PART OF) wreck in Scapa Flow, United Kingdom, the diving difficulty is classified as intermediate, with a depth of 54 meters.
When is the best time of year to go scuba diving in Tela, Honduras?
I apologize, but the provided data context does not include information on the best time of year to go scuba diving in Tela, Honduras. For general guidance on dive seasons, you might find our When to Dive section helpful.
What scuba diving certifications are required to dive in Tela, Honduras?
The provided information does not specify the scuba diving certifications required to dive in Tela, Honduras. For the TEKLA (PART OF) wreck in Scapa Flow, given its depth of 54 meters and intermediate difficulty, advanced or technical diving certifications would typically be recommended.
What are the typical currents and visibility conditions like when diving in Tela, Honduras?
Unfortunately, the provided data context does not contain details regarding the typical currents or visibility conditions for diving in Tela, Honduras. The available information focuses on the TEKLA (PART OF) wreck, a steam ship vessel located in Scapa Flow, United Kingdom.